Gasherbrum I, standing proudly at 8,080 meters, is often considered one of the “least popular” of the 8000-meter giants—not because it lacks beauty or challenge, but because only highly skilled and experienced mountaineers dare to take on its demanding route. It is also among the peaks with the lowest fatality rates, likely due to the level of expertise required to attempt it in the first place.
Historically, Gasherbrum I holds a prestigious place in mountaineering. It was the site of the world’s first 8,000-meter ascent in pure Alpine Style—a bold and minimalist form of climbing where the team starts from the base of the mountain carrying all necessary gear with them, establishing bivouacs only as they progress upward. This style requires exceptional strength, skill, and commitment.
Gasherbrum I Expedition – Summer 2026
14 Peaks Expedition is proud to announce our upcoming Gasherbrum I expedition for the Summer 2026 season. The journey begins on June 10, 2026, offering seasoned climbers the opportunity to take on one of the most technical and rewarding mountains in the Karakoram under the expert leadership and world-class logistics of our Sherpa-led team.
Join us where history was made—on the rarely attempted, fiercely respected Gasherbrum I.
Challenge yourself. Stand where few have stood. Conquer the Hidden Peak with 14 Peaks Expedition
What’s included in your package
Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
4 night’s hotel at 4-star Hotel in Islamabad on bed & breakfast Basis- Sharing Twin Bed Room.
One Welcome Dinner in tourist standard restaurant in Islamabad with Expedition Staffs.
International Air cargo clearance of Member Personal Luggage & Payment of Government taxes in Pakistan. **before the expedition.
Expedition Royalty and permit of Pakistan Government to climb Gasherbrum I
1 Liaison officer with full equipment, salary and accommodation.
Garbage Deposit fees.
Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Expedition staffs during the trek and expedition.
Trekking and climbing map.
Fourteen Peaks Expedition duffle bag.
- Domestic Flight: Flight for all members for Islamabad to Skardu and Skardu to Islamabad with one Guide, as per Itinerary. - Land Transportation (Members): Drive by Jeep Skardu to Askole and on returning Askole to Skardu. - Land Transportation (Staffs): Islamabad to Askole via Skardu (by bus / jeep) for All Climbing Sherpas and Expedition Staffs. (At Skardu all members and staffs will meet each other).
Necessary all equipment Transportation for all Members and Staffs from Kathmandu to Pakistan by air cargo - Islamabad to Askole by bus / Jeep and to basecamp by Porters / Mule. While Returning: Basecamp to Askole by porters / Mule and Askole to Islamabad by bus / jeep.
Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters.
3 meals a day (BLD; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Camp during the trek and Basecamp. Well-managed base camp set up for member & Staffs.
All Necessary equipment for Camping during the trek.
Porters per member up to Base camp from Askole & Porters while returning from Basecamp to Askole.
Experienced and well-trained Base camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required
All Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, foods & clothing.
Each member will have individual Yak Mountain or Kailas tent in Base Camp.
At Base camp: foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staffs, Store tents, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.
Heater for base camp in each Dining and other necessary camp.
1 Solar panel or Generator for battery charge and light at base camp for use.
1 veteran and Government Licensed Nepalese Sherpa per member. (1 Member: 1 Sherpa).
Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food and Clothing.
Summit Oxygen cylinder: 2 oxygen bottles (4 ltrs.) for each member and 1-oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa.
1 Set of Summit Oxygen mask for each member and high-altitude Sherpa, which has to be return after expedition.
Oxygen Cylinder, mask and regulator (with appropriate charge).
High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for member, Sherpa and other crews at (C1) (C2) and (C3). Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required
The team of experienced Sherpas will fix the route in Gasherbrum I (no extra charge will be applied to members).
Satellite Phone for emergency communication carrying by Sherpa, also available for members with appropriate charge.
Walkie –Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
Satellite Phone / walkie-talkie permit for all members and staffs.
Weather forecast report from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire expedition.
Comprehensive Medical kit for group and staffs.
Gasherbrum I climbing certificate issued by Pakistani Alpine Club (after climbing Gasherbrum I successfully).
What is not covered in the itinerary
International flight airfare from/to Islamabad.
Pakistani Visa fee.
Lunch & dinner during the stay in Islamabad & Skardu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
Extra nights’ accommodation in Islamabad & Skardu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, Helicopter medical & emergency evacuation. *Mandatory
Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Islamabad but we will serve soft drinks for members at base camp).
Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking/Climbing Gears.
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
Special Filming, Camera and Drone permit fee.
Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs).
Not included during the trek and expedition.
Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 2,000 USD.
The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition. (Applies on Basecamp Service member).
Our Company’s Service will be "Zero" above Base Camp (If company offers just Base Camp services).
Calculate some tips for Basecamp staffs
Any other item not listed in “Cost Includes” section.
A thoughtful daily breakdown of the journey with route highlights
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